Tax Manager - State and Local (SALT)

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a highly skilled State and Local Tax Manger with a strong emphasis on partnership taxation. The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of state and local tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements, particularly as they pertain to partnerships. This role will involve providing strategic guidance and support to clients, managing complex tax issues, and leading a team of professionals in delivering exceptional service. Topel Forman has a hybrid work schedule, where you can pick and choose which days you would like to be in the office. 

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance and advice on state and local tax matters related to partnerships, including compliance and tax planning.
• Oversee preparation and review of state tax returns for multiple fund of fund investment entities.
• Advise on state nexus and subsequent filing requirements for entities and individuals
• Experience determining allocation and/or apportionment requirements
• Stay abreast of changes in state and local tax laws and regulations, assess their impact on clients, and develop proactive strategies to mitigate risks and optimize tax outcomes.
• Lead and manage a team of tax professionals, providing mentorship, coaching

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA)
• Minimum of 7 or more years of experience working in both SALT and Investment Partnerships
• Experience responding to notices from state tax authorities
• Knowledge of tax software and MS Office
• Ability to provide exceptional client service as well as develop trusted client relationships.
• Strong leadership and personnel management skills

Preferred Requirements

• Top 50 or Regional Firm experience preferred

About Us

Listed as one of Inside Public Accounting’s Best of The Best Firms for the third time in four years, Topel Forman is a leading certified public accounting firm. As a leading firm, Topel Forman has been serving a range of individuals and professionals, to family-owned businesses and corporations for over sixty years, providing accounting, tax, attestation, family office, and advisory services. Here you will find the highest level of talent and expertise, along with leadership that cares. Our inclusive culture provides accessibility to professional growth and collaboration that offers a dynamic and engaging work experience.  We are dedicated to offering world-class service to our clients and a top-level professional experience to our employees. We offer a robust benefits package, including well-rounded fringe benefits, and a flexible work environment. We offer the opportunity for you to work where you feel comfortable whether it’s in the office, at home or remote. A 2022 winner of Top Workplaces, we live by our values of flexibility, integrity, respect, and excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual discretionary bonus eligibility
• 35-hour workweek during non-busy season
• To learn more about our firm and benefit offerings, please visit our careers page.

Remote Work Internet Policy

Internet requirements for working remotely: We require an internet plan with the following minimum upload and download speeds for best connection: 200+ Mbps download and 20+ Mbps upload. Home Wi-Fi should be password protected.